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Last updated on July 31, 2026
Average rent in
South Bend, IN
Average rent in
Last updated on July 31, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where South Bend rent stands today
South Bend, IN rent rose 10.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,295/month. The year-over-year price change is negligible, with rents essentially flat in dollar terms compared to last year. Month over month, rents increased by 3.8%.
Compared to national trends
South Bend sits 32.9% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value with 128 total rentals available.
Price ranges
South Bend rents range from studios at $950/month to 4+ bedrooms at $1,750/month, with houses at a median of $1,400/month and apartments at $1,050/month. Apartments and houses each make up about half of the total rentals, offering distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Wooded Estates rents fell 67.6% year over year to $1,150/month across 19 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 10.2% rise. This neighborhood's decline stands out as a hyperlocal shift within South Bend's broader market.
Median rent
Median rent in South Bend
$1,295/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in South Bend is $1,295 per month as of July 2026. This is 33% below the national average rent, or $635 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in South Bend
128
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of South Bend rentals at each price point
Rent trends in South Bend, IN
Average rent prices in South Bend have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
South Bend, IN
Rent prices in South Bend vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in South Bend is $1,050, whereas a house costs $1,400. 1-bedroom apartments in South Bend run $859 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,100.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $950 | 78% | 65% | |
1 bedroom | $885 | 5% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,150 | 1% |  3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,395 | 4% | 10% | |
4 bedroom | $1,750 | 5% | 22% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Council Oak | $1,425 | |
Far Northwest | $1,299 | |
Lasalle Area | $1,300 | |
Near Northwest | $1,500 | |
Northeast South Bend | $1,347 | |
Northwest South Bend | $1,222 | |
River Park | $1,474 | |
Rum Village | $1,199 | |
Unite | $1,613 | |
West Washington | $1,357 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,050 | 5% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,464 | 49% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,400 | 9% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
78%
Last year
65%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$885
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
10%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
22%
Northeast South Bend
Average rent
$1,347
Near Northwest
Average rent
$1,500
Council Oak
Average rent
$1,425
River Park
Average rent
$1,474
Northwest South Bend
Average rent
$1,222
West Washington
Average rent
$1,357
Lasalle Area
Average rent
$1,300
Unite
Average rent
$1,613
Far Northwest
Average rent
$1,299
Rum Village
Average rent
$1,199
Apartments
Average rent
$1,050
Last 30 days
5%
Condos
Average rent
$1,464
Last 30 days
49%
Houses
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
9%
The table above reflects average rent prices in South Bend, IN, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in South Bend, IN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in South Bend and Buchanan by all bedroom counts and property types.
South Bend
33%lower than the national median
37%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in South Bend, IN is 6% higher than the median rent in Buchanan, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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39%$963
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31%$1,100
55%$1,409
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67%$1,400
29%$1,100
26%$1,641
9%$1,132
Cost of living in South Bend, IN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 6% higher |
| Housing | 22% lower |
| Transportation | 7% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in South Bend, IN
3d ago
Apartment for rent in South Bend
1604 Hass Dr #1, South Bend, IN 46635
5 beds
2 baths
$700
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Northwest South Bend house for rent in South Bend
917 Huey St #1, South Bend, IN 46628
2 beds
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Lincoln Manor house for rent in South Bend
3009 Prast Blvd #1, South Bend, IN 46628
2 beds
1 bath
$850
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
508 S Saint Joseph St, South Bend, IN 46601
4 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in South Bend
301 S Lafayette Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601
Studio
0 baths
$8,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
Northeast South Bend condo for rent in South Bend
806 S Bend Ave #A, South Bend, IN 46617
1 bed
1 bath
$7,200
Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in South Bend
52530 Indiana State Route 933, South Bend, IN 46637
Studio
0 baths
$4,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in South Bend
1845 Hass Dr, South Bend, IN 46635
4 beds
1.5 baths
$3,796
House for rent
13h ago
Verified
2909 Sugar Maple Ln, South Bend, IN 46628
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
415 South Lafayette Boulevard, South Bend, IN 46601
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,015–$1,634
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1128 Portage Ave #1A, South Bend, IN 46616
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 20
5d+ ago
Verified
1132 Portage Ave #2A, South Bend, IN 46616
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,700
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 24
13h ago
Verified
2909 Sugar Maple Ln, South Bend, IN 46628
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
415 South Lafayette Boulevard, South Bend, IN 46601
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,015–$1,634
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1128 Portage Ave #1A, South Bend, IN 46616
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 20
5d+ ago
Verified
1132 Portage Ave #2A, South Bend, IN 46616
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,700
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 24
5d+ ago
Verified
1128 Portage Ave #1A, South Bend, IN 46616
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 20
5d+ ago
Verified
1132 Portage Ave #2A, South Bend, IN 46616
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,700
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 24
6h ago
UNITE apartment for rent in South Bend
1206 Haney Ave Fl 2 #1, South Bend, IN 46613
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
$1,000
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 30
1d ago
House for rent in South Bend
225 E Woodside St, South Bend, IN 46614
3 beds
1 bath
$1,389
House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for South Bend, IN
Quick answers to common questions about the South Bend rental market.
How much is rent in South Bend?
The average rent in South Bend is $1,295 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in South Bend?
Average rent prices in South Bend have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
How does South Bend rent compare to the national average?
Rent in South Bend is 33% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $635 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in South Bend?
The most affordable neighborhoods in South Bend are Rum Village ($1,199/mo), Northwest South Bend ($1,222/mo), and Far Northwest ($1,299/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in South Bend?
To comfortably afford rent in South Bend, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in South Bend?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in South Bend average around $1,020/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,170/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).